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Cleaning / Disinfection / Sterilisation
Cleaning and sterilising STG HLX sterilisable handles
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LUCEA 50-100
IFU 01741 EN 11
7.2 Cleaning and sterilising STG HLX sterilisable handles
7.2.1 Preparation for cleaning
To prevent any soiling from drying out, soak the handles in a detergent-disinfectant bath contain-
ing no aldehydes, immediately after use.
7.2.2 Manual cleaning
1. Immerse the handles in a detergent solution
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for 15 minutes.
2. Wash using a soft brush and a lint-free cloth.
3. Check that the handles are perfectly clean, with no remaining soiling. If not, use an ultra-
sound cleaning process.
4. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to fully eliminate the detergent solution.
5. Leave to air dry or wipe the handle with a dry cloth.
7.2.3 Cleaning in a washer-disinfector
Handles may be cleaned in a washer-disinfector and rinsed at a maximum temperature of 93°C.
Typical recommended cycles:
Step Temperature Time
Pre-wash 18-35°C 60 sec
Wash 46-50°C 5 min
Neutralisation 41-43°C 30 sec
Wash 2 24-28°C 30 sec
Rinse 92-93°C 10 min
Dry air dry 20 min
Tab.15: Typical cleaning cycles in a washer-disinfector
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The use of non-enzymatic detergents is recommended. Enzymatic detergents may damage
the handles. Never soak the handles in these detergents for prolonged periods. Rinse thor-
oughly.